A Patient Who Is Being Prepared for Discharge After Surgery

question 3

Short Answer

A patient who is being prepared for discharge after surgery becomes dizzy and weak when getting up to go the bathroom. The nurse would document that this patient has orthostatic hypotension if the patient's heart rate increases by _______beats per minute when moving from the lying to standing position.

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Definitions:

Intensively

In a manner requiring a high degree of effort, concentration, or resources, often aimed at achieving a specific goal or result.

Physical Distribution

The process of transporting and handling goods from production points to the places where they are consumed or used.